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+ | ''"Only the foolish or the courageous approach a Jarl without summons... Do I know you?"'' |
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+ | :'''I believe we've already met.''' ''"Is that so...? Ah yes, you were with us at Helgen."'' |
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⚫ | '''At Helgen, they said you shouted the King to death?''' ''"Not entirely true, though not entirely false either. Any Nord can learn the Way of the Voice by studying with the Greybeards, given enough ambition and dedication. My shouting Torygg to the ground proved he had neither. However, it was my sword piercing his heart that killed him."'' |
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+ | :'''I was at Helgen.''' ''"Ahhh. Yes..."'' |
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⚫ | '''Why are you fighting this war?''' ''"We're fighting because we're done bleeding for an Empire that won't bleed for us. Untold numbers of Nords died defending the Empire against the Dominion. And for what? Skyrim being sold to the Thalmor so the Emperor could keep his throne! We're fighting because our own Jarls, once strong, wise men, have become fearful and blind to their people's suffering. We're fighting because Skyrim needs heroes, and there's no one else but us."'' |
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+ | :''"Destined for the chopping block if I'm not mistaken."'' |
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+ | ::'''{{Hide|I helped Ralof escape. He said he'd vouch for me.|If Ralof was followed out of Helgen}}''' ''"Ralof's alive? I hope that's true. He's a damn good man. But he hasn't returned yet, so I'll need to wait for his account. For now, speak with Galmar."'' |
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⚫ | :'''Some call you a murderer.''' ''"I challenged him in the traditional way, and he accepted. There were many witnesses. No "murder" was committed. True, he didn't stand a chance against me. But that was precisely the point! He was a puppet-king of the Empire , not a High King of Skyrim. His father before him perhaps, but not Torygg. He was too privileged and too foolish, more interested in entertaining his queen than ruling his country."'' |
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+ | ::'''I was set free. I could've gone anywhere. I came here to fight the Empire.''' ''"A fair point... Well, you've come to the right place, then. Speak with Galmar."'' |
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+ | ::''"I'm always looking for able fighters. Not everyone can say they made it out of Helgen. Seems we're all branded villains these days... So long as your criminal past stays in the past, and you fight for me with honor and integrity, we'll welcome you into our ranks."'' |
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⚫ | '''How did you become the Jarl of Eastmarch?''' ''"My father, the great Bear of Eastmarch, died during my imprisonment after the Markarth Incident. I, his only son, forced to deliver his eulogy via a letter I had smuggled out of prison. Such is the love of Titus Mede for his subjects. When finally set free, I returned to Windhelm, and was greeted by a city in mourning, at one with my own grief and anger. Clamoring in angry voices, calling out for justice, for war, they sat me on the throne. The Throne of Ysgramor! The throne of my father... I only hope I can prove worthy of the honor."'' |
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+ | ''"As you can see, I have much that requires my attention. If you're inclined to gab, there are some nice prison guards you may like to meet..."'' |
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+ | ''"Speak with Galmar. He'll size you up and see where we can best use your talents."'' |
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⚫ | :'''At Helgen, they said you shouted the King to death?''' ''"Not entirely true, though not entirely false either. Any Nord can learn the Way of the Voice by studying with the Greybeards, given enough ambition and dedication. My shouting Torygg to the ground proved he had neither. However, it was my sword piercing his heart that killed him."'' |
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⚫ | :'''Why are you fighting this war?''' ''"We're fighting because we're done bleeding for an Empire that won't bleed for us. Untold numbers of Nords died defending the Empire against the Dominion. And for what? Skyrim being sold to the Thalmor so the Emperor could keep his throne! We're fighting because our own Jarls, once strong, wise men, have become fearful and blind to their people's suffering. We're fighting because Skyrim needs heroes, and there's no one else but us."'' |
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⚫ | ::'''Some call you a murderer.''' ''"I challenged him in the traditional way, and he accepted. There were many witnesses. No "murder" was committed. True, he didn't stand a chance against me. But that was precisely the point! He was a puppet-king of the Empire , not a High King of Skyrim. His father before him perhaps, but not Torygg. He was too privileged and too foolish, more interested in entertaining his queen than ruling his country."'' |
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⚫ | :'''How did you become the Jarl of Eastmarch?''' ''"My father, the great Bear of Eastmarch, died during my imprisonment after the Markarth Incident. I, his only son, forced to deliver his eulogy via a letter I had smuggled out of prison. Such is the love of Titus Mede for his subjects. When finally set free, I returned to Windhelm, and was greeted by a city in mourning, at one with my own grief and anger. Clamoring in angry voices, calling out for justice, for war, they sat me on the throne. The Throne of Ysgramor! The throne of my father... I only hope I can prove worthy of the honor."'' |
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{{Note|These pieces of dialogue are only obtainable if the respective Holds were given to the Imperials during the quest ''[[Season Unending]]''}} |
{{Note|These pieces of dialogue are only obtainable if the respective Holds were given to the Imperials during the quest ''[[Season Unending]]''}} |
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:'''Understood.''' ''"Go with the gods."'' |
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''"I'm glad we liberated the Rift. It was dangerous having Imperials skulking about on the southern border of Eastmarch."'' |
''"I'm glad we liberated the Rift. It was dangerous having Imperials skulking about on the southern border of Eastmarch."'' |
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+ | ''"Get over to our camp in the Pale. It's time we bring them back into the fold. And don't think for a moment I've forgotten it was you that lost us the hold in the first place."'' |
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Revision as of 16:40, 11 September 2019
- For other uses, see Ulfric Stormcloak.
- "I fight for the men I've held in my arms, dying on foreign soil! I fight for their wives and children, whose names I heard whispered in their last breath. I fight for we few who did come home, only to find our country full of strangers wearing familiar faces. I fight for my people impoverished to pay the debts of an Empire too weak to rule them, yet brands them criminals for wanting to rule themselves! I fight so that all the fighting I've already done hasn't been for nothing! I fight... because I must."
- ―Ulfric Stormcloak[src]
Ulfric Stormcloak, known by some as the Bear of Markarth,[1] is the Jarl of Windhelm and leader of the Stormcloak rebellion. Ulfric supports Skyrim's independence from the Empire, which he believes has been corrupted by the Aldmeri Dominion and too weak to protect its citizens.[2] Some describe Ulfric as a hero,[3] while others label him an opportunist.[4]
A veteran of the Great War, Ulfric's holds deep resentment of the White-Gold Concordat between the Empire and Aldmeri Dominion, particularly the ban of Talos worship. During the Markarth Incident, Ulfric marched soldiers into Markarth under the pretext that this action would re-legitimize Talos worship, but was eventually detained.[1]
He is first seen bound and gagged, accompanying the Dragonborn and a few other prisoners of war while traveling to Helgen for their execution.[5]
Background
Early life
As a boy, Ulfric was chosen by the Greybeards to study with them at High Hrothgar. He trained with them for almost ten years and developed his skills in the Way of the Voice. He was to become a Greybeard himself, but his life took a different path when the Great War began in 4E 171.[2] Ulfric felt compelled to help the war effort and left High Hrothgar to join the Imperial Legion,[6] much to the disdain of Arngeir, who believed that the Way of the Voice should only be used for the worship of Kynareth.[2]
The Great War
During the Great War, he fought alongside Galmar Stone-Fist and Legate Rikke,[7] however he was captured by the Aldmeri Dominion during the Dominion's campaign for the Imperial City.[6]
While imprisoned, he was interrogated by Elenwen for information, under which they learned of his potential value (being the son of the Jarl of Windhelm), assigning him as an asset. He was made to believe information obtained during his interrogation was crucial in the capture of the Imperial City in Cyrodiil, even though it had fallen before any information could be gained.[6] The Thalmor Dossier on Ulfric says he was then allowed to escape; whether he escaped on his own and the Thalmor were unable to apprehend him or if he was intentionally set free is not known.
The Markarth Incident
In 4E 175, the Great War ended with the Empire signing the White-Gold Concordat, an act which banned the worship of Talos in the Empire.[8] During the war, the Nords lost possession of the Reach due to an uprising by a group of Bretons known as Reachmen.[1]
Igmund, son of the previous Jarl of the Reach, stated his family and their Imperial colleagues[9] sought help from Ulfric in ousting the Reachmen invaders. Igmund's father, Hrolfdir, promised Ulfric that if he re-took the Reach, then Hrolfdir as Jarl would allow free worship of Talos. Ulfric agreed and marched his militia to the gates of Markarth and retook the city, supposedly using the power of his Thu'um.[1]
The leader of the Reachmen, Madanach, was captured but was spared by prominent Markarth citizen Thonar Silver-Blood, as he was deemed more valuable alive than dead.[10] The surviving Reachmen fled to the hills of the Reach and became known as the Forsworn. As a result of the battle, later known as the Markarth Incident, Ulfric stationed a Nordic militia in the area to aid in keeping the Forsworn that had retreated from retaking Markarth. Hrolfdir initially kept his promise to Ulfric and allowed free worship of Talos for a time.[1]
When the Imperial Legion arrived to restore the rule of law, Ulfric allegedly refused them entry into the city until they also agreed free worship of Talos would be allowed. With chaos supposedly running through the streets of Markarth and the reports of deaths rising every day, the Empire had no choice but to grant Ulfric and his men their worship, thus jeopardizing the peace agreement with the Aldmeri Dominion.[1] Igmund however, implies that the Empire simply hoped that the Dominion wouldn't find out about the free Talos worship, and when they eventually did, scapegoated Ulfric and his militia in order to avoid incrimination and prevent a war.[11]
Eventually, the Empire rescinded the agreement due to pressure from the Aldmeri Dominion, and Ulfric and his militia were expelled from the city and imprisoned shortly after with Hrolfdir's help. This betrayal left Ulfric bitter towards the Empire and is considered to be the initial conception of the Stormcloak rebellion.[1][9]
Jarl of Windhelm
His father Hoag,[12] the Jarl of Windhelm, usually referred simply as "The Bear of Eastmarch," died during his incarceration. Ulfric, his only son, was forced to deliver his eulogy via a letter that he had smuggled out of prison. Leaving prison, Ulfric returned to Windhelm to find the city in mourning. The citizens were said to have been calling out for justice and war against the Aldmeri Dominion. Naturally, they sat Ulfric on the throne and he became Jarl.[2]
After the death of High King Istlod, the Moot convened to elect a new king. During this Moot, Ulfric continually spoke about Skyrim's independence in terms just shy of treason. Eventually, the Moot had elected Istlod's son, Torygg, as the new High King of Skyrim.[13]
High King Torygg
In 4E 201, after years of brewing resentment for what he and his followers considered the Empire's betrayal of Skyrim, Ulfric challenged High King Torygg to a duel. Ulfric maintains it was to show how weak Skyrim had become under Imperial rule. He also claims that it was a challenge of rule in the "Old Nord Way" and that Torygg accepted the challenge.[2] Others in Skyrim, such as General Tullius, denounced the act as murder and an attempt to usurp the throne.[14]
After Torygg's death, Ulfric fled back to Windhelm. Some time after this event, the Imperial Legion managed to ambush Ulfric at Darkwater Crossing in order to capture him. The ambush was successful and Ulfric surrendered himself without a fight.[15]
Policies and beliefs
Much of Stormcloak doctrine stems from Ulfric's views that Skyrim should secede from what he considers a corrupt crumbling Empire; one that already is defeated by the Thalmor. After witnessing the deaths of an untold number of Nords who sacrificed themselves during The Great War, Ulfric considered the White-Gold Concordat treaty between the Empire and the Aldmeri Dominion to be a complete betrayal of the Empire's citizens.[2]
Ulfric also seeks to become the next High King, as he believes there has not been a "true" High King in Skyrim for generations, and that previous kings were puppets that were hand-picked by the Emperor.[2] Some Nords feel that his opposition to the White-Gold Concordat and the banning of Talos worship in Skyrim is simply a facade for him to gain more supporters to gain his true goal of becoming High King of Skyrim.[16] However, asking Ulfric how he became Jarl of Eastmarch will reveal that he is very dedicated in following the ways of traditional Nord beliefs. He says that the throne he sits on is Ysgramor's and his father's, rather than his, and that he only hopes he can do both of them proud.[2] Furthermore, Ulfric's dialogue with Galmar Stone-Fist reveals that he does not relish the lives that will be lost in his rebellion and is considerate of the Nord families who will lose loved ones in his civil war. Even so, Ulfric feels he must see his quest for Skyrim's independence to its final conclusion as he sees the Empire as an inept parasite that continues to bleed Skyrim dry to recoup their losses from the Great War that they chose to surrender in. He also sees the Empire as an obstacle which is preventing his people from ridding his homeland of Thalmor influence. In addition to his qualms about how the Empire's politics are affecting his homeland, he also resents the Empire for what he sees as unjustly criminalizing the Nord people for desiring to rule themselves and disregarding the sacrifices of all the soldiers who fought in the Great War by appeasing the oppressive demands of the Aldmeri Dominion.[17]
With several of his policies being nationalistic in tone, many non-Nord and some Nords consider Ulfric to be prejudiced. He is believed by some to have sequestered the Dunmer population in Windhelm to the slums of the Gray Quarter[18] and the Argonians to the assemblage off the docks, issuing a decree forbidding the Argonians from living within the city's walls,[19] contrary to his father Hoag's[12] more "soft" policy,[20] however this hostile belief toward outsiders is shared by much of Windhelm's populace.[18] Dialogue with Niranye—an Altmer who lives within the city—actually suggests that it is the Dunmer who chose to live in the Gray Quarter due to being "too proud and naive to understand the way things truly are."[21] Similar comments are made by Belyn Hlaalu, a Dunmer who owns property in Windhelm.[22]
Pleas from Dunmer citizens often fall on deaf ears, leading them to believe he has nothing but disdain for them. Some even claim Ulfric refuses to send aid to the Khajiit caravans and non-Nord towns that have been raided by bandits.[18] Dialogue shared between Ulfric and his steward Jorleif indicate, however, that he does not attend to the issues in his city because he is too preoccupied with the Stormcloak Rebellion and the greater issues of Skyrim to worry about them, saying it is the guards' jobs to deal with such issues.[23] He also allows non-Nords to live peacefully in Windhelm and own businesses, including Altmer and Imperials. He also allows a Dunmer, Belyn Hlaalu, to own a successful farm in the outskirts of the city, and employ an elderly Nord woman.
Ulfric admits to having fallen from the Greybeards' strict teachings about using the Way of the Voice for anything other than the worship of Kynareth, however he still believes that his Thu'um should not be used lightly and rarely uses his training.[2] He also still refers to Arngeir as "Master Arngeir," despite not training with them for a number of years.[24]
Interactions
Execution at Helgen
- "Ulfric Stormcloak. Some here in Helgen call you a hero. But a hero doesn't use a power like the Voice to murder his king and usurp his throne. You started this war, plunged Skyrim into chaos, and now the Empire is going to put you down, and restore the peace."
- ―General Tullius[src]
At Helgen, Ulfric is among the prisoners awaiting execution along with the Dragonborn. He can be identified easily by the cloth he is gagged with, preventing him from using the Thu'um to escape his captors. He is scheduled to be executed when a dragon, later revealed to be Alduin the World Eater, attacks the town. Ulfric escapes his execution and survives the dragon attack with the help of his men, and returns to Windhelm to resume his office of Jarl. When the Dragonborn meets him again, they discover that he and his Stormcloaks plot to gain control over all of Skyrim, an act opposed by the Imperial Legion.
Stormcloak Rebellion
- "So it begins."
- ―Ulfric Stormcloak[src]
If choosing to aid Ulfric in the Stormcloak resistance, the Dragonborn is sent to Korvanjund to retrieve the Jagged Crown. Ulfric's second-in-command, Galmar Stone-Fist, believes the relic will secure his claim to the throne. Retrieving it, he sends the Dragonborn to the neutral city of Whiterun to deliver his axe, a symbol of challenge, to Balgruuf the Greater, the Jarl. Balgruuf, reluctantly refusing to side with the Stormcloaks, returns the weapon to Ulfric. Not long after, Ulfric sends the Dragonborn to help his Stormcloaks assault Whiterun; when the city is conquered, he secures Stormcloak control by stationing Vignar Gray-Mane as the Jarl there. To expand the amount of Stormcloak-controlled territory in Skyrim, Ulfric sends the Dragonborn to the various other Imperial-controlled Holds to free them in preparation for the assault on Solitude.
Thane of Eastmarch
Upon completing a personal task for Jarl Ulfric Stormcloak, the Dragonborn is offered a place in his court as Thane of Eastmarch. However, a Thane needs to be known by the Jarl's subjects and therefore the Dragonborn must complete a series of tasks for the people of Eastmarch. To become Thane, the Dragonborn must purchase Hjerim, a previously condemned estate in Windhelm, and have completed "Blood on the Ice."
Fate
Ulfric can be killed during the Civil War if the Dragonborn chooses to side with the Empire. During "Battle for Windhelm," the Dragonborn storms his throne room, where a final battle ensues. During the battle, Ulfric uses his Thu'um against the attackers, the shout Unrelenting Force being among those in his arsenal. When defeated, Ulfric requests that the Dragonborn kill him, as "it will make for a better song." Upon his death, he can be encountered in Sovngarde as a specter, regretting his decision to fight "a doomed struggle against fate," instead of turning his attention on the return of the World-Eater, as the souls of the Nords that died in the Civil War only made Alduin stronger.[2]
Alternatively, Ulfric can become the unofficial High King of Skyrim after the quest "Battle for Solitude," if the Dragonborn chooses to side with the Stormcloaks during the war. Ulfric will help in the battle, and will be encountered in Castle Dour in the final scene.[25] Surprisingly, he does not expatriate Elisif the Fair from Solitude after the battle is won, despite her support for the Empire; she swears fealty to him and continues to live in the city even after the war has ended.[26] After the battle, Ulfric returns to the Palace of the Kings in Windhelm.
Equipment
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Level | 10–50 (Player Level×1.2) |
Health | 155–671 |
Magicka | 50 |
Stamina | 80–214 |
Armor Rating | 7 |
Light Armor | 20 |
Heavy Armor | 100 |
One-Handed | 100 |
Two-Handed | 72 |
Archery | 98 |
Block | 100 |
Speech | 20 |
Smithing | 20 |
It is possible, after completing the Legion questline, to obtain Ulfric's apparel after his death. His apparel is comprised of Ulfric's Clothes, Ulfric's Boots, and Ulfric's Bracers.
Quests
- Unbound – Escape from the dragon attack in Helgen.
- Joining the Stormcloaks – Lend one's blade to the rebellion.
- The Jagged Crown – Retrieve the Jagged Crown for Ulfric.
- Message to Whiterun – Request the assistance of Jarl Balgruuf in the war effort.
- Battle for Whiterun – Take the city for the Stormcloak rebellion.
- Liberation of Skyrim – Free Skyrim from Imperial control.
- Rescue from Fort Neugrad – Take control of Fort Neugrad, in Falkreath Hold.
- Compelling Tribute – Blackmail Raerek into providing important information and assets.
- The Battle for Fort Sungard – Take control of Fort Sungard, in The Reach.
- The Battle for Fort Snowhawk – Take control of Fort Snowhawk, in Hjaalmarch.
- The Battle for Fort Hraggstad – Take control of Fort Hraggstad, in Haafingar.
- Battle for Solitude – Take the city for the Stormcloak rebellion.
- Battle for Windhelm – Take the city for the Imperial Legion.
- Season Unending – Negotiate a truce between the warring states.
- Becoming Thane – Become a Thane of Eastmarch.
- Sovngarde – Ulfric can be found wandering Sovngarde during the quest if he is killed during "Battle for Windhelm."
Dialogue
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"Only the foolish or the courageous approach a Jarl without summons... Do I know you?"
If left before answering Ulfric's first question: "As you can see, I have much that requires my attention. If you're inclined to gab, there are some nice prison guards you may like to meet..." Regular dialogue: "Speak with Galmar. He'll size you up and see where we can best use your talents."
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In the Palace of the Kings:
How goes the war?
After claiming all of Skyrim except Windhelm as an Imperial: How goes the war?
After claiming all of Skyrim except Solitude as a Stormcloak: How goes the war?
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"I remember you... You were at Helgen with us! Come to join the war? Speak with Galmar, he handles the new recruits."
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"Do I know you?"
While talking to Ulfric, but leaving dialogue:
After getting order from Galmar: "I believe Galmar gave you something to do, so go do it!" |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"Why are you still here? You're supposed to be at Korvanjund, proving Galmar right, or proving him wrong." After obtaining the Crown: Here's the Jagged Crown. I believe you owe Galmar a drink? "Damn him - the old bear was right! Did you run into any trouble?"
(From this point, the quest Message to Whiterun starts) If the Dragonborn joined the Legion: I'm here to join your fight against the Empire. "Are you now? You were at Helgen, one of the prisoners. Although no one seems to know how you got mixed up in that affair. Normally. I would have welcomed someone like you -- resourceful, clearly no friend of the Empire. But I've had some disturbing reports of you... seen talking to General Tullius in Castle Dour, for example. So what do you have to say for yourself? How can I be sure you're not an Imperial spy?"
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In the Palace of the Kings:
I've brought a message from the Jarl of Whiterun. "Is that so? I've been wondering when he'd come around."
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In the Palace of the Kings:
If approached again: "I thought I gave you something to do." After returning with the Axe: The Jarl of Whiterun returns your axe. "Then I was wrong about him." |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
Orders, sir? "Make haste to our camp in Whiterun. I want you on the front lines.
If the Dragonborn fled during the battle: "We've driven the Imperials out of Whiterun. This is good. Very good. We now control the center. It's a powerful position. One I aim to keep. But I'm disappointed to hear that you ran away from the battle. The gods do not reward cowardice. Nor do I. I expect better from you." |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"We've driven the Imperials out of Whiterun. This is good. Very good. We now control the center. It's a powerful position. One I aim to keep. We'll call you Ice-Veins now, for the thick blood of our land has seeped into your heart. Here, take this. It's an Imperial officer's sword. A fitting weapon to use against our enemy."
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"I'm proud we liberated Falkreath from the Empire. In many ways it's the heart and soul of Skyrim. Not to mention its rather strategic position. Some brothers have taken to calling you Bone-Breaker, evidence of you ferocity and determination. A fitting name. So we shall all call you thus. The war demands so much from us, and we give all we have to it and to the people... but I've kept little something to offer you in appreciation. Please take this on behalf of all the brothers and sisters. And I need capable and loyal warriors close at hand. So I'd like to offer you a home in Windhelm. Speak with my steward who'll make the arrangements."
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"Now that the Empire has been driven from the Reach we can put a stop to the raping of her silver mines. That silver belongs in Skyrim. Multitudes of our enemies are buried in an avalanche of pain and retribution delivered by your hands. I shall call you Snow-Hammer now. You show great passion for battle, and compassion for those we fight for. You are becoming indispensable to our cause. We do what we do out of love for our brothers and sisters. Here, take this as a token of such love reciprocated."
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"Tullius must be getting nervous. Taking Hjaalmarch we're practically in his backyard now. As soon as we're able, we'll march on Solitude. You've become a true hero of Skyrim. I number you among my kin. You shall now be known as Stormblade. The love of the land and her people flows from your heart, even as death to her enemies flows from your hands. On behalf of the sons and daughters of Skyrim, on behalf of all that is righteous and true, take this token of our appreciation for your service."
If "Bound Until Death" is active: What's next? "We're ready to march on Solitude, but the Emperor's cousin is getting married! If royal blood was spilt, all of Cyrodiil would be up in arms. We can't afford an all out war with the Empire. So we'll bide our time for now." If "To Kill an Empire" is active: "We're ready to march on Solitude, but the Emperor's visiting! The goddamned Emperor! And, as much as I'd like to kill the man myself, we can't risk an all out war with the Empire. We'll bide our time for now..." In Castle Dour: "War always comes down to this, doesn't it? A single truth-laden moment."
After defeating Rikke and Tullius: "Well, Dragonborn. What do you say? Do you want the honor?"
After Tullius is killed: "Stormblade. I want you to have my sword, a token of my appreciation. Now then. The men will expect a speech. Will you stand by my side? I wish to honor you, Dragonborn and the truest of Stormcloaks."
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Show: Post-Civil War dialogue |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"Yes? Make it quick, I'm a busy man."
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Show: Becoming Thane |
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Inside the Palace of the Kings:
My Jarl, is there anything else you need? "I'd like to offer you a place in my court, as a Thane. It's mainly an honorary title, but there are a few perks. Now, by law and tradition, I can only grant this title to one who is known throughout Eastmarch, and who owns property in Windhelm. If you do good works for the people and purchase a home from my steward, I'll name you my Thane."
When the tasks are completed, Ulfric will be able to grant the Dragonborn the title of Thane of Eastmarch: I've helped your people as you asked. "Then by my right as Jarl, I name you Thane of Eastmarch. Congratulations. I grant you a personal Housecarl to watch over your home and this weapon from my armory to serve as your badge of office. I'll also notify my guards of your new title. |
Post-Season Unending
Show: Liberation of Skyrim (The Battle for Fort Kastav) |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"Get up to Winterhold. We're going to take it back. I know you thought we weren't losing much when you gave it to the enemy. But I'm wasting troops guarding the border that belong on the front lines."
After taking back Winterhold: "I'm glad we've taken back Winterhold. While the Imperials were up there, important resources were tied up stiffening our northern border." |
Show: Liberation of Skyrim (The Battle for Fort Greenwall) |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"Make your way to our hidden camp in the Rift. I can't continue to push forward when I'm worried about Eastmarch's southern border. I hold you responsible for this situation. So, you better win me back Riften, or die trying."
After taking back the Rift: "I'm glad we liberated the Rift. It was dangerous having Imperials skulking about on the southern border of Eastmarch." |
Show: Liberation of Skyrim (The Battle for Fort Dunstad) |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
"Get over to our camp in the Pale. It's time we bring them back into the fold. And don't think for a moment I've forgotten it was you that lost us the hold in the first place."
After taking back the Pale: "I'm glad we've finally restored the Pale. It was extremely foolish giving the Empire control of another port." |
Conversations
Show: Helgen |
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In Helgen:
Ralof: "Hey, you. You're finally awake. You were trying to cross the border, right? Walked right into that Imperial ambush, same as us, and that thief over there." Hadvar: "Captain. What should we do? He/She's not on the list." |
Show: Unbound |
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In Helgen:
Ralof: "Jarl Ulfric! What is that thing? Could the legends be true?" Alduin bashes through the wall next to the staircase as the Dragonborn is ascending it. Ulfric will also say the following lines to the Dragonborn after this occurs, if they remain in the tower:
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Show: Joining the Stormcloaks |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
Galmar: "Balgruuf won't give us a straight answer." |
Show: The Jagged Crown |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
Ulfric: "Tell me again why we're wasting time and dwindling resources chasing a legend. We don't even know it exists!" |
Show: Battle for Whiterun |
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In the Palace of the Kings:
Ulfric: "You were right, Galmar." |
Show: Battle for Solitude |
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Outside Solitude:
"This is it men! It's time to make this city ours! We come to this moment carried by the sacrifices and the courage of our fellows. Those who have fallen. And those still bearing the shields to our right. On this day, our enemy will know the fullness of our determination, the true depth of our anger, and the exalted righteousness of our cause. The gods are watching. The spirits of our ancestors are stirring. And the men under suns yet to dawn will be transformed by what we do here today. Fear neither pain, nor darkness. For Sovngarde awaits those who die with weapons in their hands, and courage in their hearts. We now fight our way to Castle Dour to cut the head off the legion itself! And in that moment, the gods will look down and see Skyrim as she was meant to be. Full of Nords who are mighty, powerful, and free! Ready now! Everyone, with me! For the sons and daughters of Skyrim! Rrrrrraaaaaaaaggggghhhhhhh!!!!!!" In Castle Dour: Ulfric: "Secure the door." After defeating Rikke and Tullius: Tullius: "Enough... enough..." After Tullius is killed: Galmar: "Good. It's done." Upon leaving Castle Dour: Galmar: "And now, I present to you, Ulfric Stormcloak, hero of the people, liberator and High King of Skyrim!" And with his victory speech at last completed, Ulfric will then turn to Galmar for feedback on it: Ulfric: "How'd I do?" |
Show: Battle for Windhelm |
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Inside the Palace of the Kings:
Tullius: "Secure the door." After killing Galmar and weakening Ulfric: Tullius: "Well Ulfric, you can't escape from me this time. Any last requests before I send you to... to wherever you people go when you die." Tullius will then give the Dragonborn the choice of killing Ulfric themselves, or letting Tullius do it. After Ulfric is dead, Rikke will whisper: Rikke: "Talos be with you..." |
Show: Wartime strategies |
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Inside the Palace of the Kings:
Ulfric: "Galmar thinks we should double our men in the Reach." |
Show: Unrest in the Gray Quarter |
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Inside the Palace of the Kings:
Jorleif: "Sir, there continues to be unrest in the Gray Quarter." |
Show: Message to the Reach |
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Inside the Palace of the Kings:
Ulfric: "Jorleif, I want you to send a messenger to our western camps." |
Show: Potential Allies |
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Inside the Palace of the Kings:
Ulfric: "Is there any news from High Rock?" |
Show: Patience in war |
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Inside the Palace of the Kings:
Ulfric: "Calm yourself, Galmar. Save it for the battlefield." |
Show: Dragon Allies |
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Inside the Palace of the Kings:
Galmar: "Do you think we could persuade one of the dragons to join our side?" |
Show: Stormcloak Navy |
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Inside the Palace of the Kings:
Ulfric: "I'm still not sure I understand what you're asking." |
Quotes
Quote | Topic | Audio |
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"Yes? Make it quick, I'm a busy man." | General | |
"Keep your brother, and he'll keep you." | General | |
"Talos watch over you." | General | |
"Take care." | General | |
"Go with the gods." | General | |
"Be careful out there." | General | |
"You want me to close my eyes? Would that even things up a little?" | Combat | |
"You're losing a lot of blood. Maybe you should sit down for a moment." | Combat | |
"Wake me up when you're ready to fight me for real." | Combat | |
"Call yourself a warrior?" | Combat | |
"I'm having fun, are you?" | Combat | |
"Talos smite you!" | Combat | |
"Come on, at least try to hurt me." | Combat | |
"Come on! I dare you!" | Combat | |
"You call this a fight?" | Combat | |
"Sovngarde awaits!" | Combat | |
"This should be fun!" | Combat | |
"Hahahaha!" | Combat | |
"Where's your precious Emperor now?" | When fighting the Dragonborn, should they side with the Empire | |
"Die Imperial!" | When fighting the Dragonborn, should they side with the Empire | |
"Skyrim was betrayed, the blood of her sons spilled in doomed struggle against fate." | In Sovngarde, should he be killed during the Civil War questline | |
"And so in death, too late, I learn the truth - fed by war, so waxed the power of Alduin, World-Eater - wisdom now useless." | In Sovngarde, should he be killed during the Civil War questline | |
"By gods' jest in this grim mist together snared, Stormcloak and Imperial, we wander hopeless, waiting for succor." | In Sovngarde, should he be killed during the Civil War questline | |
"Do you know the way? I'm weary and lost." | In Sovngarde, should he be killed during the Civil War questline | |
"Beware! The World-Eater waits within the mist!" | In Sovngarde, should he be killed during the Civil War questline | |
"There is no escape. Courage is useless." | In Sovngarde, should he be killed during the Civil War questline | |
"I'll come to your council. But I doubt any good will come of it." | During "Season Unending" | |
"I never thought I'd ever willingly stand in the same room with Tullius again. At least not without a weapon in my hand." | During "Season Unending" | |
"It's good to be back in High Hrothgar after all these years." | During "Season Unending" | |
"I'd just as soon get this over with." | During "Season Unending" |
Trivia
- Ulfric Stormcloak is voiced by Vladimir Kulich, who plays a similar role in the film The 13th Warrior. Vladimir's character also has a follower (Herger), who also acts as an initial guide for the movie's protagonist, similar to Ralof.
- Ulfric's leveled stat growth is identical to that of the Housecarl followers.
- Early on in the Stormcloak questline, when Ulfric says he has given the player an Imperial Sword, the sword given is actually not an Imperial Sword but in fact a leveled sword, meaning that it can be anything from iron to Daedric.
- When speaking to Jorleif after the quest "Battle for Windhelm," he mentions that it was an honor to serve Ulfric, but that he will not miss his outbursts, indicating that Ulfric has a hot temper.[27]
- When Ulfric Shouts, he appears to use the same voice as draugr.
- He has very little respect for Elisif, referring to her only as "Torygg's woman" with the exception of if he wins the Civil War, where he will call her "The Lady Elisif" in his victory speech.
Bugs
This section contains bugs related to Ulfric Stormcloak (Skyrim). Before adding a bug to this list, consider the following:
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- Ulfric's corpse may not disappear after death. The same issue occurs with Galmar.
- 360 Ulfric may become stuck in his throne. The shout Unrelenting Force can be used to free him.
- He will refer to the Dragonborn as "he," even if they are female.
Appearances
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 The Bear of Markarth — Arrianus Arius
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 Dialogue with Ulfric
- ↑ Dialogue with Thongvor Silver-Blood
- ↑ Dialogue with Igmund
- ↑ Events of "Unbound"
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 Thalmor Dossier: Ulfric Stormcloak
- ↑ Dialogue between Galmar Stone-Fist and Legate Rikke in "Battle for Solitude"
- ↑ The Great War — Legate Justianus Quintius
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Cedran's dialogue
- ↑ Thonar's Journal — Thonar Silver-Blood
- ↑ Dialogue with Igmund
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Game Guide, Palace of the Kings section
- ↑ Dialogue with Sybille Stentor
- ↑ Dialogue with General Tullius
- ↑ Dialogue with Hadvar
- ↑ Dialogue with Threki the Innocent
- ↑ Dialogue with Galmar Stone-Fist in the Palace of the Kings
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 18.2 Dialogue with Brunwulf Free-Winter
- ↑ Dialogue with Scouts-Many-Marshes
- ↑ Scourge of the Gray Quarter — Frilgeth Horse-Breaker
- ↑ Dialogue with Niranye
- ↑ Dialogue with Belyn Hlaalu
- ↑ Dialogue between Ulfric and Jorleif
- ↑ Dialogue between Ulfric and Arngeir
- ↑ Events of "Battle for Solitude"
- ↑ Dialogue with Elisif the Fair
- ↑ Dialogue with Jorleif